Labor & Employment Summer Associate
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Job Description
About Company:
Vedder Price is a law firm recruiting 2L students for its summer associate program. They emphasize integration and in-depth training to prepare students for future success as associates. Vedder Price is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.
Job Description:
Vedder Price is seeking 2L students for full-time 2026 Labor & Employment Summer Associate positions in their Los Angeles office.
Key aspects of the program:
• Focused Practice Area: Allows students with a demonstrated interest in Labor & Employment law to specialize and receive focused training.
• In-Depth Training: Provides an invaluable amount of in-depth training within the specific practice area.
• Rapid Integration: Summer associates are quickly integrated into the firm through substantive work assignments, observation opportunities, and training sessions.
• Substantive Work: Summer associates can expect to engage in meaningful legal work.
• Observation Opportunities: Chances to observe experienced attorneys in action.
• Training Sessions: Structured training programs to enhance legal skills.
Requirements:
Applicants must submit the following for consideration:
• Resume
• Unofficial First-Year Law School Transcript: If second semester grades are unavailable, submit first semester grades and an updated transcript later.
• Writing Sample: A legal writing sample that demonstrates legal writing skills (e.g., from a class or internship).
• Cover Letter: Expressing interest in the Labor & Employment practice area *and• the Los Angeles location. A geographic tie to the Los Angeles office is preferred.
Compensation:
• $225,000 annual (presumably pro-rated for the summer).
Benefits:
Vedder Price offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Competitive Salary: Commensurate with class year and experience.
• Professional Development: Continuous learning and career growth opportunities.
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work model and family-friendly policies.
• Additional Perks: Employee discount programs, pre-tax commuter benefits, back up child & elder care, Milk Stork, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center discounts, and more.
Application Process:
• Interviews are conducted on a rolling basis.
• Applicants requiring special assistance or accommodations due to a disability should contact the Vedder Price Recruiting Team at vprecruiting@vedderprice.com.
